Born in New York to a French Canadian mother and Haitian father.
Moved with his mother to Montreal at the age of three and learned playing the game there. Captained Granby to a Memorial Cup title in 1996.
Was never drafted by an NHL team due to his size.
Good work ethic and never shying away from anyone despite his small stature, which earned him the nickname "Le petit guerrier" (The little warrior) due to his physical intensity.
Pound-for-pound one of the strongest players in the NHL according to official physical tests. Solid leadership skills. No high-point producer.
Sometimes trouble handling big forwards in front of the net.
Also have several other nicknames like “Cube”, “Soupy”, "Frank the Tank” and “Franky B”.
Announced his retirement on September 25, 2015.
NHL totals: 776-32-117-149
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